Three minority parties – one in opposition and the other two in the Government of National Unity (GNU) – Build One South Africa (BOSA), the Good Party and Rise Mzansi have agreed to formally merge. The name of the new political formation is Unite for Change. They will run in the 2026 Municipal elections under […]
The Hamas militant group in Gaza has consented to certain elements of the peace plan that was proposed by US President Donald J. Trump proposed earlier this week. Israeli Prime Minister Benyamin Netanyahu has expressed hope that he would announce the release of all hostages from Gaza “in the coming days”. However, Netanyahu later reversed
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The floating convoy of 500 aid workers was sailing towards Gaza on humanitarian mission to deliver food aid and medical supplies to Palestinian civilians when their flotilla was seized. Amongst the crew was Swedish Climate Change activist and humanitarian Greta Thunberg who was placed under arrest by Israeli authorities. A video of the arrest was
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By Prudence Mathenjwa Durban University of Technology (DUT) students say food insecurity has become one of the biggest challenges on campus, especially for those who were recently defunded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). This week, students at the Steve Biko campus received food parcels in a distribution drive organised by the uMkhonto
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By Prudence Mathenjwa In a courtroom of theatre stage set, stands a women in orange overalls and a face painted with sorrow and pain. She stands trial to prove her innocence and gain freedom from a crime she committed in self defense. This was the touching scene of Women in the Mirror, a powerful theatre
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By Prudence Mathenjwa Second-year Fine Arts student at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) is already making waves in the art world with her deeply personal work. Siyethemba Ngubane’s latest painting, showcased at a recent DUT Fine Art Exhibition, is a heartfelt tribute to her late mother and brother, both of whom passed away when
By Prudence Mathenjwa As South Africa marks Heritage Month, the question of how young people are connecting with traditional food comes to the fore. While some remain deeply rooted in cultural dishes, others are blending tradition with modern influences, reflecting the diversity and dynamism of today’s food culture. At Eshowe TVET College, Mcebisi Shongwe, a
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Somalia is a nation plagued by internal division and strife. As the country’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Monday officially opened 7th session of the Federal Parliament, amid political disputes and security concerns across the East African Nation. Somalia’s political integrity remains under threat. The opening ceremony for the parliament held in Mogadishu, brought together
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President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered a commission of enquiry into the fitness of advocate Andrew Chauke to lead the office of the Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). This has come due to serious allegation concerning his conduct as DPP. Presidency spokesman Vincent Magwenya gave confirmation on Monday that the inquiry had been initiated by
A recent buyback boot camp in eThekwini Region in an attempt to strengthen the glass recycling value chain has made significant strides in empowering local waste pickers and promoting an inclusive recycling network. The boot camp initiative was championed and facilitated by The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) in partnership with the Department of Forestry, Fisheries